Technics SL-1000R Direct Drive Turntable; (No Cartridge)

Technics SL-1000R Direct Drive Turntable Highlights

Product: Technics SL-1000R Direct Drive Turntable; (No Cartridge)

Product SKU: 91331

Serial Number: LA0SA001003

Cosmetic Description: Very good condition with minimal visible cosmetic wear including a few light nicks on the top surface of the plinth around the base of the tonearm. There is a barely visible scratch on the top surface of the dust cover near the right side edge. This blemish is not readily visible, and does not detract from the overall wonderful appearance.

What is Included: Plinth, Platter, Mat, Counterweight, Auxiliary Weight Set (S, M, L), Turntable Mat, Overhang Gauge, EP Record Adapter, Dust Cover, Detachable Handles, Insulator Attachments, Ground cable, Speed Controller, Power cable, Manual, Factory packaging (No Cartri

Functional Notes: Operational condition of this item is excellent, fully tested and no issues found.

Age: Unknown

# of Owners: 1

Tobacco Exposure: No

Service History: None

MSRP: $24700

Other Notes: 

Sold without Headshell or 5pin DIN cable

"The Technics SL-1000R is a reference-class direct-drive turntable featuring a coreless motor, 0.015% wow and flutter, and a magnesium S-Type tonearm. Built around the SP-10R motor, it utilizes an external control unit to isolate interference. Its 5-layer cabinet ensures silent operation. Known for sonic neutrality, it acts as a pristine carrier that lets your cartridge shine. Accommodating up to three tonearms, it delivers grippy, well-defined bass that outpaces belt-driven rivals with incredible rhythmic drive.

Critics regard it as a superlative accomplishment. Reviewers highlight its supernatural speed stability, noting it easily disentangles bombastic passages and is "built to a standard that few can hope to match." Careful cartridge matching rewards listeners with laboratory-grade performance. This instrument represents a definitive milestone in analog playback, offering pure focus, unmatched dynamics, and lifelong fidelity."

Manual

Reviews:  Review 1

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